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James Vawter Obituary
September 28, 1930 - August 28, 2015
Visalia
James Lester Vawter was born on September 28, 1930 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Lester D. Vawter and Ollie A. Haizlip Vawter. He passed away on August 28, 2015 in Visalia, California at the age of 84.
James was a born again Christian. He was a loving husband with a great sense of humor, quiet, unique with great ability to keep secrets.
James and Betty Faye Bideler married in Las Vegas on January 8, 1983. He loved serving his country with the U.S. Navy. He attained the rank of Chief Equipment Operator, retiring on February 1, 1981 after 20 years of service. He then owned and operated an electric industrial company with Billie Martin in Ventura County.
To cherish his memory are his loving wife Betty Vawter, daughter Mary Sue James Vawter whom gave him a grandchild Michael James Doud who has preceded him in death. He is also survived by his son John "Jack" Vawter, daughter Lisa June Vawter, and their children and grandchildren. James loved his four legged friends Chihuahuas, especially Tippy who now is with him in heaven.
A memorial service will be celebrated at Prosperity Baptist Church, located at 1781 E. Prosperity Ave., Tulare, CA on Sunday September 13, 2015 at 12:30pm, by Rev. Billy Brisendine and Regents.
Tributes and condolences may be made at www.millerchapel.com.
The arrangements entrusted to Miller Memorial Chapel.
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Lisa Vawter-Schrock
September 13, 2015
My Dad's Grandmother would light a candle for her Grandson for nearly everyday of his life. Today I will light candles for them. My Great grandmother my Grandmother and for my Dad. My life has been influenced by those that have gone before me. Today I Honor my Dad. His memory will live on, in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. I love you, and miss you so much.
ron and charlene ragan
September 11, 2015
Your light of life will always shine. Rest in peace my friend.
Ron and Charlene Ragan
September 11, 2015
We met Jim May 1973,and became instant friends and knew we had made a friend for life. Jim became part of our family, we always enjoyed eating with Jim at one of his favorite places, Little Tony's in Oxnard, he loved lasagna. After Jim and Betty moved to Visalia, we lost track of each other for a few years, but when we reconnected, the lasting friendship was like we had never been apart. Jim was truly a wonderful man, you never heard him speak unkind about anyone, he loved to have a good laugh and always had a a story to tell. We loved Jim and will miss him. Until we met again my friend.
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